One of the top running backs in Alabama history will soon be back playing football in the state of Alabama.

Trent Richardson told AL.com Wednesday that he plans on signing with the Birmingham franchise of the new Alliance of American Football league that starts in February.

The goal, Richardson said, is to eventually get back to the NFL.

The 28-year old hasn't played in an NFL game since 2014 but has spent time with a few different teams the last few years -- the Oakland Raiders in 2015, Baltimore Ravens in 2016 and Saskatchewan Roughriders of the CFL last season.

Richardson was starting for the Roughriders before suffering an ankle injury that sidelined him for the rest of the year. In four games with the team, he ran for 259 yards and two touchdowns while averaging 5.4 yards per carry.

In addition to Richardson, the Birmingham team has also been in contact with players such as former Alabama star quarterback Blake Sims and ex-Auburn defensive back Robinson Therezie, AL.com has learned.